

Overwhelm, Burnout and Fear: Signs of the Second Barrier of ADHD
17 snips Nov 27, 2023
The podcast explores the concept of being stuck at the second barrier of ADHD-action, focusing on overwhelm, fear, and burnout. Strategies for addressing these states include self-care, breaking tasks into manageable steps, developing accurate feedback loops, and separating emotions from activities. The hosts emphasize that being stuck is not a personal failing but a part of ADHD, and encourage curiosity and support to find alternative ways to take action.
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ADHD Barriers and Coaching
- The three barriers in ADHD are awareness, action, and new learning.
- These barriers overlap with coaching stages: discovery/awareness, fieldwork/action, and sharing/learning.
Reactive Mode in ADHD
- Reactive mode in ADHD involves reacting to input and constant firefighting.
- This lack of control stems from limited access to the prefrontal cortex and executive functions.
Overcoming Overwhelm
- Address overwhelm by prioritizing choices, using a depth chart.
- Ground yourself with values and needs exercises before moving forward.